Canon SL2 vs Sony A450
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![Canon EOS Rebel SL2 front Canon EOS Rebel SL2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-Rebel-SL2/Canon-SL2-front.jpg)
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Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 453g - 122 x 93 x 70mm
- Released June 2017
- Alternative Name is EOS 200D / Kiss X9
- Old Model is Canon 100D
- Newer Model is Canon SL3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SL2 versus Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SL2 (24MP) and A450 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The SL2 was brought out 7 years later than the A450 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SL2 scores against the A450 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel SL2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are available at Canon SL2 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SL2 over the Sony A450
SL2 | A450 | |||
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Introduced | June 2017 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 92 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Canon SL2
A450 | SL2 |
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Common features in the Canon SL2 and Sony A450
SL2 | A450 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SL2 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sony A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Check out the Canon SL2 versus Sony A450 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SL2 vs the A450.
![Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 size comparison Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-SL2-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SL2 and A450 is 71 and 65 respectively.
![Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 top view buttons comparison Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-SL2-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SL2 and A450.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SL2 to give you more detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SL2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 sensor size comparison Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-SL2-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-SL2-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SL2 vs Sony A450 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
Otherwise known as | EOS 200D / Kiss X9 | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2017-06-29 | 2010-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.54x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.80 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 453 gr (1.00 pounds) | 560 gr (1.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.4 | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | 1041 | 769 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | 1050 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $699 | $1,241 |